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Period Calculator

Predict your next three periods and estimated ovulation day from your last period and average cycle length.

Reviewed October 7, 2026 Runs in your browser — inputs are never stored

Enter your values and select Calculate to see your results.

This tool provides general educational estimates only and is not medical advice. It does not diagnose, treat, or replace guidance from a qualified healthcare provider. Consult a doctor for decisions about your health.

About the Period Calculator

The period calculator predicts the start and end dates of your next three periods and your estimated ovulation date. It adds your average cycle length to the first day of your last period for each upcoming cycle and uses your typical period length to estimate the end date. Ovulation is estimated 14 days before the next period. Predictions are most reliable when your cycles are regular; stress, illness, travel and hormonal changes can shift them. It is not a method of contraception.

How to use it

  1. 1Select the first day of your last period.
  2. 2Enter your average cycle length in days.
  3. 3Enter how many days your period usually lasts.
  4. 4Press Calculate to see your next three periods and estimated ovulation date.

Worked example

with a last period starting on 1 March, a 28-day cycle and a 5-day period, the next periods are expected on 29 March–2 April, 26–30 April and 24–28 May. Ovulation is estimated for 15 March.

How it works

How it works

Each period start is your last start plus multiples of your cycle length. Ovulation is estimated 14 days before the next period.

Who it is for

Anyone who wants to plan around their menstrual cycle.

Why it helps

Knowing when your next periods are due makes it easier to plan travel, events and supplies.

Common use cases

  • Planning holidays and events around your cycle
  • Noticing when a period is late
  • Tracking cycle regularity over several months

Frequently asked questions

A:Predictions assume a regular cycle; irregular cycles are harder to forecast.

Reviewed for accuracy · Last updated October 7, 2026

Formulas follow recognised clinical references — including WHO BMI classifications, the Mifflin-St Jeor equation, and Naegele’s rule — and are periodically checked against published reference values.

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